The Christians Duty to the World

I. Bless those who Persecute You v. 14

II. Paul Repeats the Commands of Christ -- Luke 6:27-36

A.  The Kind of Love that is pleasing to God:

B.  The Kind of Love that is pleasing only to ourselves: 
    

III. Seek to be a Peacemaker v. 18

A.  If it be possible
        
B.  As much as it depends on you.

        

IV. Do not Seek Revenge 19-20

Deut. 32:35 – “Vengeance is mine and recompense”.

Lev. 19:18  – “You shall not take vengeance nor bear a grudge against the children of your people, but you shall love your	neighbor as 

yourself. I am the Lord.”

Mat 5:43 --  Ye have heard it said, “You shall love your neighbor and 

hate your enemy.”

V. Actively do Good to those who would be your Enemy v. 20a

Mat 5:44 -- But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

VI. Heap Coals of Fire upon his Head v. 20b

VII. Do not allow the Enemy to Win 21

A Christian cannot hope to win a battle with the world by using the world's methods.